Q&A for How to Apply Gel Eyeliner

Gel liners are better for beginners because they have a creamy texture that doesn't stick as a pencil eyeliner would. You can easily create subtle looks and play with different colors.

I like the gel liners made by Bobbi Brown and Marc Jacobs. Best is always relative. Both of these products are darkly pigmented, which may not be right for you.

There are a few brands that make gel liners designed to be used on the waterline, and those are safe. With these exceptions, it's not a good idea and could irritate your eyes.

Yes, you will need to use eyeliner to get the Kajal look. You'll need a thick pencil liner. Gel or liquid liner doesn't work well with smudgy looks.

Gel eyeliner and liquid eyeliner have very different consistencies, depending on the product itself. Liquid eyeliner usually has the applicator inside of it, so it's great if you're on the go. With cream or gel eyeliners, you'll probably have to use a separate brush.

Start at the outer corner of you eye and drag the wing out as far as you want. Next, line your lids, after that bring the top of the wing to the lined lid and fill it in.

You can soften the eyeliner by putting a few eye drops into it and mixing it up. In the future, you might want to get pencil liner. It doesn't dry out like gel liner does (and is especially useful if you don't wear eyeliner often).

It could be used to fill in brows, but you night want to use a color other than black. Also, the formula might be a little intense.

Yes, use black gel eyeliner for a nice base if you're going for a black smoky eye.

Lean your elbow on a hard surface, such as a desk, or cross your left arm in front of you and lean on it with your right elbow.

I wouldn't do this. Instead, add a drop of contact solution to the pod and mix it with a toothpick. Then, you can use your finger to compact the gel back down into the pod.

You may apply eyeliner on the lower lash line if you'd like. This method makes the eyes appear smaller.

It depends on which liner you're using. If you're using a gel liner in a pot, it won't really transfer to the waterline. If you're using a gel liner in a squeeze tube, it'll work, but you have to keep your eyes open for a minute or so to let it dry and then set it with black eye shadow.

Use a good-quality eyeliner gel for starters. Applying primer, concealer, face powder will also help. Once you've applied the eye liner, sealing it with setting powder or setting spray will help it last longer.

For specific looks, it is definitely easier to learn by watching a tutorial on YouTube or finding photos of Audrey Hepburn's eyeliner and trying to copy it. If you decide to try recreate her look make sure to take your time, be careful and to practice. More help can be found in this wikiHow: How to Look Like Audrey Hepburn .